BOB Alterrain vs Chicco Activ3 Air Jogging
The Activ3 Air Jogging is 3.8 lb lighter. The BOB Alterrain folds smaller (9.3 vs 12.6 cu ft).
Only the differences are shown.
| BOB Gear BOB Alterrain | Chicco Activ3 Air Jogging | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 31.3 lb | 27.5 lbLightest |
| Folded size | 39.3 × 25.5 × 16 in9.3 cu ftSmallest fold | 23.3 × 25 × 37.5 in12.6 cu ft |
| Open size | 46 × 25.5 × 45.5 in | 47.5 × 25 × 42 in |
| Seat holds up to | 75 lbHolds the most | 50 lb |
| Child height up to | 44 in | Not listed |
| From birth? | With an infant car seat | With an infant car seat |
| Newborn add-on | BOB infant car seat adapter (Britax, Chicco, Peg Perego, Graco) | Any Chicco infant car seat (sold separately); seat for at least 6 months |
| Seat size | 14.5 in wide, 20 in seat back | Not listed |
| Seat recline | Near-flat | Not listed |
| One-hand fold | Yes | Yes |
| Stands when folded | Yes | Yes |
| Basket | XL cargo basket; 5 pockets | Not listed |
| Car seat adapters | BOB adapters for Britax, Chicco, Peg Perego, Graco | Not listed |
| Brake | Foot brake | Hand brake |
| Released | 2020 | Not listed |
| Handlebar height | 31 - 48 in | Not listed |
| For running (maker) | Yes | Yes |
| Running age (maker) | From 8 weeks riding in stroller seat (walk only); From 8 months in stroller seat (jogging/off-road) | Not listed |
| Front wheel | Swivel, locks straight | Swivel, locks straight |
| Wrist strap | Yes | Not listed |
| Tires | Air-filled, 12 in front, 16 in rear | Foam-filled, 12 in front, 12 in rear |
| Suspension | SmoothShox suspension system | Dual FlexCore suspension |
| Tracking adjustment | Yes | Not listed |
| Wheels and suspension | 12 in front swivel-locking, 16 in rear, air-filled | 3 wheels, 12" foam-filled tires; front swivel lock on parent console |
| Canopy | Extra-large canopy with magnetic peek window; UPF 50+ | Not listed |
Ask the meadow
BOB Alterrain or Activ3 Air Jogging?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter, the BOB Alterrain or the Activ3 Air Jogging?
The Chicco Activ3 Air Jogging weighs 27.5 lb, 3.8 lb less than the BOB Alterrain (31.3 lb).
Which folds smaller, the BOB Alterrain or the Activ3 Air Jogging?
The BOB Alterrain folds to about 9.3 cubic feet, versus 12.6 for the Activ3 Air Jogging.
Can both be used from birth?
BOB Alterrain: With an infant car seat. Activ3 Air Jogging: With an infant car seat.
Which one lasts longer?
The BOB Alterrain seat holds more: 75 lb versus 50 lb.
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